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MilitarySep 8Sweden to buy Lockheed Martin missile system in $729M dalSweden plans to purchase a missile system from Lockheed Martin in a deal valued at $729 million. This acquisition represents a significant investment in Sweden's defense capabilities.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsSep 8As Sweden heads to polls, Israel and Palestine policies are on the ballotWith the left-wing coalition ahead in polling, the current right-wing government's policies could soon be up for debate.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsSep 8Sweden heads to polls in close election race dominated by welfare state and securityOpinion polls ahead of Sunday's vote point to a victory for the centre-left opposition headed by the Social Democrats which could see Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's centre-right coalition ousted.EuroNews [en]
MilitarySep 8Sweden to buy Lockheed Martin's HIMARS rocket artillery in €630 million dealSweden's government has authorised its armed forces to buy the US-made HIMARS rocket artillery system from Lockheed Martin for around 7 billion Swedish crowns, almost €630 million, and has signed a parallel agreement with Finland to operate the two countries' rocket artillery together.EuroNews [en]
MilitarySep 7Sweden buys US rocket artillery for US$730 millionSweden’s government said on Monday that the country would spend seven billion kronor (US$730 million) to buy US-made igh Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (Himars) rocket artillery for it military. The government said in a statement that the acquisition would “enable the Swedish Armed Forces to operate over larger areas, and with greater long-range capacity than with current systems”. Defence Minister Pal Jonson told reporters that the deal covered about 10 trucks equipped with launchers and a...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 7Sweden’s fightback against the gangsShootings are down. The government has taken a tough line. Will voters reward it?Financial Times
PoliticsSep 6Sweden's pro-Russian ties embarrass the far rightA scandal involving an employee of Sweden's Parliament has shaken the ruling alliance just ahead of the September 13 elections. The employee, who is the partner of a senior official of the Sweden Democrats party, faces accusations of spreading disinformation for Russia's benefit.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 5In 1831 , Sweden planted 300 , 000 oak trees for future warships ; 144 years later , the Navy didnt need them anymoreIn 1831, Sweden planted a vast number of oak trees for future naval shipbuilding, but the trees were no longer needed by the navy over a century later. This illustrates a historical case of long-term planning meeting technological obsolescence.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
PoliticsSep 4Sweden election is turning into a nail - biterThe election in Sweden is described as highly competitive, indicating a close political contest. This suggests an uncertain outcome for the country's leadership.thelocal.se · Sweden
PoliticsSep 3Sweden’s election frontrunner vows green resetMagdalena Andersson seeks comeback in September election after spell in oppositionFinancial Times
PoliticsSep 2Sweden Parties Support Tougher Stance on IsraelPolitical parties in Sweden are reportedly advocating for a more assertive position regarding Israel. This indicates a potential shift in Sweden's foreign policy approach towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.miragenews.com · United States
MilitarySep 2Security cooperation further strengthened between Finland and Sweden | IceNewsFinland and Sweden have reportedly strengthened their security cooperation. This indicates closer defense or geopolitical alignment between the two nations.icenews.is · Iceland
MilitarySep 1Sweden Signs Deal to Buy 4 Frigates From France , Deepen Defense CooperationSweden has signed an agreement to purchase four frigates from France and enhance defense cooperation between the two nations. This deal aims to bolster Sweden's naval capabilities and strengthen bilateral military ties.theepochtimes.com · United States
MilitarySep 1Sweden rehearses mass military burials as part of largest defence drill in decadesReal body bags, a priest reciting last rites to fictional soldiers, and cold-storage stress tests reveal just how far Sweden is willing to go to prepare its defence.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 1‘Not welcome’: How Sweden’s far right took over Stockholm Central StationThe Sweden Democrats also posted advertisements on buses suggesting Swedes with Somali heritage apply for repatriation.Al Jazeera [en]
BusinessSep 1Tesla August registrations surge in France, Denmark; slide in Norway, SwedenTesla's August registrations saw an increase in France and Denmark, while experiencing a decline in Norway and Sweden. This reflects varying sales performance for the company across different European markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
MilitaryAug 31France to supply Sweden with 4 frigates to bolster the NATO country defenseFrance plans to supply Sweden with four frigates to strengthen the defense capabilities of the NATO member country. This indicates an agreement for military cooperation and defense enhancement.cecildaily.com · United States
MilitaryAug 31Sweden signs €4.3 billion deal to acquire four French frigatesWith the deal, Sweden continues to ramp up the rearmament efforts it has undertaken since the start of the war in Ukraine in 2022 and its NATO accession in 2024.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsAug 31France and Sweden look to boost European sovereignty through stronger defence tiesFrench President Emmanuel Macron is visiting Sweden on August 31. The aim of the trip is to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. Boosting defence ties is expected to top the agenda, as the war in Ukraine continues and the threat from Russia persists. The newest member of NATO has also expressed interest in joining France's nuclear deterrence initiative.France 24 [en]
MilitaryAug 31Macron in Sweden to sign multi-billion euro frigate deal and strengthen strategic partnershipFrench President Emmanuel Macron is expected in Stockholm on Monday to finalise a multi-billion euro deal with his Swedish counterpart for four French frigates.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsAug 30‘Do you miss Mogadishu?’ Inside Sweden’s far-right campaignHow a far-right party with neo-Nazi roots bought every ad surface in Sweden's biggest train station.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldAug 29Eurovolley : Sweden beaten , another 3 - 0 for the Italians , eighth place one step awayIn Eurovolley, Sweden was defeated by Italy with a 3-0 score, placing Italy one step away from eighth place. This reports on the outcome of a sports competition.odnako.org · Russia
PoliticsAug 24Sweden moves to prevent school attacks after one killed in sword assault in FagerstaEducation Minister Simona Mohamsson told a press conference that the government would be appointing a school attack commission "that will propose new measures to prevent future school attacks."EuroNews [en]
PoliticsAug 23Thousands rally in Sweden to protest climate policies ahead of general electionSome 10,000 people rallied in Stockholm on Sunday to demand stronger action on climate change, weeks before Sweden’s general election. Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg joined the rally, as organisers accused the government of weakening emissions policies and urged politicians to act faster to meet Sweden’s climate targets.France 24 [en]
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